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Local obituaries for the Hyattsville, Maryland area
JOYCE ADELE WOOLFOLK WHITE, affectionately known as ‘Kiki’, was born August 7, 1952, in Washington, D.C., the oldest of two children born to Theresa Jenevive and Frank Wilbur Woolfolk. She departed this life on Monday, September 13, 2021. Joyce was raised by her parents in Fairmont Heights, and New Carrollton, MD and displayed a strong will at an early age. Joyce graduated...
Maria do Rosario Fonseca Turner was born April 21, 1931 in Lisbon, Portugal, the eldest of nine children. She came to the U.S. on scholarship to Rosary College in River Forest, IL, then worked as a multi-lingual tour guide at the United Nations in New York City. She married John H. Turner at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in NYC on...
A former resident of Hyattsville MD, Francis transitioned peacefully on August 30, 2021, in Washington DC. He was born on September 3, 1944, on the beautiful island of Grenada Paradise St. Andrews parish to the late Clinton, and Winifred Aberdeen. Francis migrated to the United States in the late 1960s. Francis was educated at St. Andrews Secondary School (SASS)...
Lucille May Vendemia, age 89, of Cheverly, MD passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 due to congestive heart failure. She was born on July 16, 1932 in Upper Marlboro, MD. Lucille grew up in Coral Hills and was a 1950 graduate of Maryland Park High School in Capitol Heights. She married Ralph J. Vendemia, Jr. on November...
Loretta Antoinette Walker, DVM was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Anthony and Loretta Walker and an older sister, Charlotte. Her maternal grandparents were Gladys & Lloyd Lampkin and her paternal grandparents were Anthony Walker, Sr., and Teresa Black Walker. From a young age, Antoinette loved animals and always wanted to be a veterinarian. She made sure that all of her schooling was centered around that profession. She attended Villa Teresa Elementary and Corpus Christi Middle schools, and attended Star Spencer High School with a strong focus on science. She graduated with her pre-med degree at Rose State College and then advanced to Oklahoma State University as a student in the School of Veterinary Medicine. Upon completing an 8 year program, in 1991 Loretta Antoinette graduated from Oklahoma State University (OSU). Historically, the University has noted that she was the third African American to graduate in the OSU School of Veterinary Medicine. During this time she became, and was recognized as, a volunteer recruiter for OSU School of Veterinary Medicine for persons of color. In connection with The National Institute of Health, Antoinette served in the Naval Corp for one year in Washington DC. Upon graduation from OSU in 1991, Antoinette was invited to return to the DC Area to be a Veterinarian in the National Institutes of Health Veterinary Division. While in the process of waiting for paperwork to be completed, Antoinette served in an externship at the Wheaton Animal Hospital. On October 5, 1991, she became critically ill suffering an emboli to the brain (stroke), falling and hitting her head suffering a hematoma to the brain. This incident caused a traumatic brain injury. This injury brought her back to infancy where she had to relearn to walk and talk and re-trained in her field at Virginia Tech School of Vet Med. It took 10 years for her full recovery and the ability to gain her independence and work in her beloved field of veterinary medicine. In 2001, Antoinette began working for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center of Veterinary Medicine in the Office of Surveillance and Compliance, as a Medical Officer for animal medical labeling. While here, she was involved for a number of years on the FDA’s Advisory Committee for Employees with Disabilities (ACED) group, providing insight into the challenges that people with disabilities face on a regular basis. Posthumously she has received a citation from the FDA for her work with this team. Outside of her worklife, Antoinette lived life to the fullest! She was involved in three congregations, Grace Lutheran Church (Wash D.C.), People’s Baptist Church (Wash D.C.) and St. John Baptist Church (Columbia, MD) as an usher, as a member of the Prayer Stitch Ministry, was active in Bible study, and participated with the singles ministry. She was a volunteer in the Columbia community for community events and even experienced the joy to snow skiing (once again), with assistance and use of a special apparatus in early 2019. And she loved to travel when possible. In late April 2021, upon noted cognitive changes, it was determined that Antoinette was suffering from a diagnosis of Glioma (tumor) of the brain and it was determined as terminal. Her family immediately circled around her and brought her home in order to provide a safe, comfortable and peaceful environment for her. She was lovingly cared for at home, around-the-clock, by her Mother, and a live-in care attendant, Moji. On August 11th, following 3 weeks of miraculous awakening and a joyful visit with her sister Charlotte and Aunt Connie, Antoinette passed peacefully with her Mother at her side. We know that she is with her earthly father, Anthony Wayne Walker, Jr (“Daddy-O”) and her spiritual father, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Antoinette is survived by her beloved Mother, Otha Loretta Walker of Columbia, her sister, Charlotte Walker Peralta of Atlanta Ga, her Aunt Constance (Louis) Johnson, cousin Omar (Maribelle) Bostic and a host of close cousins, family and friends from around the country. Antoinette’s life story is a testament of great faith, hope, love and miracles in the face of many challenges. She loved and enjoyed her life, loved and valued her family and friends and truly lived in her faith.
Paul Anthony Ward, retired Plumber
Paul A. Ward, 65 of Bowie, Maryland passed away suddenly August 11, 2021. Paul was born in Maryland to the late Richard J Ward Sr. and Rose Mary (LaCavera) Ward. Paul graduated from Northwestern High School in Adelphi, MD.
He was one of 10 children as well as a triplet. Paul was preceded in death by his triplet brother, John. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and siblings, Richard J. Jr., Robert (Bobby), and Kathleen (Ward) aka Kass, and Gebhard. Paul was a scientific glass blower who then took a career path to become a union plumber, where he retired from the trade in 2017. He enjoyed watching sports, golfing and country music concerts with his family and friends, his favorite team was the Washington Redskins. Paul is survived by his son Stephen M. Ward, and grandson Dillion. Siblings Mickey Anne (Ward) Mewshaw and husband James Mewshaw, James Ward and wife Cindi Ward, Mary Rose Ward, his triplet sister Joan Ward, and Mark Ward and wife Eileen Ward, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and two God children Lindsey Ward and Michael Long. Friends may call at Gasch's Funeral Home, PA, 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00pm.
A service will be held at Gasch's at 11:00am on Thursday, August 26th for a final send off. Burial will follow at 12:00 noon at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD.
Herman Gerald Utterback passed away peacefully on Friday, August 6, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Betty Utterback, his children, Robin Breeding, Leslie Trainor (Joe), Danny Utterback (Brittany), and daughter-in-law Michele Utterback. He is predeceased by his son, Michael Utterback. He is also survived by his 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, his sister, Nancy...
Maria Z. Slota (Age 78), widow of Stephen Slota, from College Park, MD, passed on August 4th, 2021. Born in Poland then became a citizen of Canada. A Divine Liturgy will be offered at Ukrainian Catholic National Shrine of the Holy Family, 4250 Harewood Road, N.E., Washington, DC 20017 on Tuesday, August 17th, 2021 at 9 AM. Burial at...
On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, of Lanham, MD. Beloved husband of Alma Lorena Kelly Avitia; father of Serafin Avitia, IV and Adela G. Lohr. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Friends will be received at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 9475 Annapolis Rd, Lanham, MD on Thursday, August 12th, 2021 from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Friday, August 13th from...
We regret to announce the passing of Richard Louis Matthews “Ricky/Rick”, 76 of Riverdale, MD on July 31, 2021. Richard was born March 6, 1945 to Samuel and Edith Matthews. Preceded in death by his parents and eldest son Richard Jr. and survived by siblings, Marie, Maryanne and Terry Matthews. His Son Randall Matthews , Daughter-in-law Jennifer Matthews...
Johnathan Christopher LeGrant, also known as JC by his loved ones and Dinero by his tattoo and musical community, blessed the world with his birth on February 16th, 1999. Born to Johnathan Lewis LeGrant and Miledys Genao LeGrant, JC was one of 6 children - the second youngest. His siblings are Christian Devon LeGrant, John LeGrant, Ashia Prasith,...
A funeral mass will be held at St. Jerome's Catholic Church, 5205 43rd Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781 on Monday, August 2, 2021 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Maryland.
Anthony Walter Rich passed away peacefully at his home in Thurmont, Maryland, on July 17, 2021. He was born on July 4, 1964, in Silver Spring, Maryland, to Joyce and Paul Rich. He was raised in Beltsville and attended Laurel High School.
Tony began his work career as a concrete laborer and rose to the level of...
Friends may call at Gasch's Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781 on Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 4 to 8 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at St.Bernard's Catholic Church, 5700 Saint Bernard Drive, Riverdale, MD, 20737. Interment Maryland National Memorial Park, Laurel, Maryland.
Sharon Lee Hamby went to her eternal rest on July 16, 2021. Beloved daughter of Delbert “Sam” and Frances “Tanky” Townsend and sister to Cece Dunderman. Beloved mother of Debbie Davis (Dale), Frank Casscells-Hamby (Missy) and Michael Hamby (Kendal). Loving grandmother of 8 and great grandmother of 4. Sharon’s greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Sharon decided after her...
Pratt Johnstone “Jim” Chroniger, 91, of Shiloh passed away on Sunday evening July 11, 2021 at home.
Pratt, who was also known as Jim or Jimmy by those who knew him best, was born in Washington, DC to Alfred Greeves Chroniger and Elsie Mae Wormersely Chroniger on November 8, 1929. He graduated from Bladensburg...
On Friday July 9, 2021, Hector Carrillo died peacefully in his home at the age of 72. He is survived by his wife, Delia Carrillo, and his children, Linda Goldson, Tony Villacis, Camille Smith and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A viewing will be held at Gasch’s Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD on Friday, July 30th, 2021...
On Sunday, July 4th, 2020, at the age of 67, of Berwyn Heights, MD.
Survived by her husband, Leroy Worsley, Jr.
Friends may call at Gasch's Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 from 4 to 8pm. A funeral service will be held at Gasch's on Wednesday, July 14th at 11am....
Friends may call at Gasch's Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20781 on Thursday, July 15, 2021 from 10 to 11 a.m. where a service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Interment tp follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Maryland.
On Friday, July 2, 2021, Jerry Weese of Lanham, MD passed away. Jerry was the beloved husband of Shirley, loving father of Julie, James, Jerry Jr., Terri and Donna. Jerry is also survived by his sister, Sharon; his 15 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Jerry was a lifetime member of Bladensburg Volunteer Fire Department. The family will receive friends...
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